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Today's Daily Discussion includes the Media Literacy Question of the Day

April 5, 2012

Media Literacy Question of the Day

How might social media be used to help a community recover after a natural disaster?

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Daily Discussion Questions

Who clinched the Democratic nomination for president this week? Where were Republican primaries held on Tuesday? What were the results of these contests? How do you think that acquiring half of the delegates needed has impacted former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney's campaign? What might the other Republican candidates say to their supporters at this time?

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Why is the mayor of Dallas, Texas referring to the aftermath of Tuesday's storms as "a miracle"? What do you think are some immediate needs of a community after a natural disaster like these storms? What do you think could be done to meet those needs?

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What family has ruled Syria for more than four decades? What happened after Syrians started protesting against this government over a year ago? What is one of the first steps in the peace plan to stop the violence there? Why do you think that the United Nations feels it necessary to monitor the situation?

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What prestigious event is held at Augusta National Golf Club? How would you describe the club? Do you think that women should or should not be admitted to it? State your rationale.